Hungary sees sharp morning chills and warm afternoons this week
Morning temperatures across Hungary are expected to dip to as low as 1‑2 °C, while daytime highs will generally stay between 21 and 26 °C. The weather pattern for the coming days is described as settled, with abundant sunshine and minimal precipitation. Light to moderate winds are forecast, with occasional stronger gusts possible in specific areas. Frost has already been recorded in Zabaron and nearby locations, and a cold front moving east may bring scattered showers and occasional thunderstorms in the southwest. Overall, residents are advised to dress in layers to cope with the large daily temperature differences that could surpass 20 °C.
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Why it matters
The sharp temperature swings affect daily clothing choices and outdoor plans for Hungarians.
How this story developed
- Aug 31 UN warns that a record-breaking El Niño could trigger worldwide extreme weather
- Sep 3 Temperatures will rise to around 27 °C in parts of southern England on Sunday, while rain and wind are expected to return early next week.
- Sep 3 UN says the El Niño is expected to remain in place until February 2027.
- Sep 5 Czech forecasts include a possible rapid temperature rise to around 30 °C early next week.
- Sep 7 Britain announced cuts of more than 80 % to bilateral aid in eight African states.
- Sep 7 UK models show a higher likelihood of stormier, wetter conditions during autumn and winter.
- Sep 9 A brief spell of 27‑28 °C heat is expected in southeast England on Sunday.
- Sep 9 The contiguous United States experienced its warmest June-August period on record, with an average temperature of 74.4°F, according to NOAA.
- Sep 10 August 2026 set a new all‑time monthly heat record and drought drove the two biggest western water reservoirs to their lowest historic levels.
- Sep 13 Forecasts now show showers spreading across the west and east of the UK by Tuesday, following the brief heat spike.
- Sep 20 New forecasts show London reaching about 24 °C by Monday and showers expected in Manchester from Thursday.
- Sep 21 HungaroMet forecasts a temperature drop across Hungary starting Monday, with strong north-west winds and occasional showers.
- Sep 28 The latest forecast adds warm daytime highs of 21‑26 °C and mostly sunny skies.
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